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'Black Pearl' Bar Gets Greenlight From Planners, License Commission
The Black Pearl was approved for a special permit and an alcohol license last week.
Fourth Shooting Occurs Day After DA Announces Gun Violence Task Force
After a series of gun violence incidents, Berkshire District Attorney Timothy Shugrue has created a task force to focus on the issue.
Allendale Pines North Affordable Manufactured Homes Sell Fast
Just a few months after Allendale Pines North cut the ribbon on its first six homes in the new manufactured home community, the planned development for more homes is already selling fast.
Healey Makes Berkshire Campaign Swing: 'I Stand With You'
Maura Healey was in the Berkshires on Monday to rally support for a second four-year term as governor. She spoke at a meet and greet on Main Street, visited small businesses on North Street in Pittsfield, and planned to stop in Great Barrington on Tuesday.
Designer Opens Home Decor Market Showcasing Artists' Work
Walker Street Market recently opened next to Town Hall by owner Matthew Ames as a design gallery for home decor items and furniture.
Hinsdale Fire Department in Need of New Engine
Like many fire departments across the county, Hinsdale's needs a new fire engine, as its current engine has become a safety concern.
Berkshire Built: Hot Plate Brewing Co.
Hot Plate Brewing Co., opened in 2023, is owned by couple Sarah Real and Mike Dell'Aquila. They have opened the only brewery in the city and create their own lines of beer and hard seltzer.
Companion Corner: Mimi and Herman at Second Chance
There is a sweet bonded pair of felines looking for a new home together.
Hometown Hero Banner Program Expands Across Northern Berkshire Municipalities
The regional initiative includes participation from Adams, Cheshire, Clarksburg, Florida, Lanesborough, North Adams, Savoy, and Williamstown.
Williamstown Board of Health Gets Update on 330 Cole Ave.
The Board of Health last Monday saw evidence supporting a tenant's complaint about ventilation issues at their 330 Cole Ave. residence.
Pryor & Peacock's Whimsical Furniture Environmentally Friendly
A unique furniture store has popped up on Elm Street this month.
Mount Williams Donates Flowers to Spruce Up Fire Department Yard for 9/11 Ceremony
In preparation for the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, the Fire Department wanted to clean up the side yard where it typically holds a remembrance ceremony.
Celebration Aims to Bring 3rd Berkshire Towns Together
Two-person first responder teams will compete for cornhole bragging rights, with each team guaranteed at least three games and extra boards available for casual play.
Q&A with State Representative Challenger Andrew Fitch
Andrew Fitch, currently a city councilor in the district's largest municipality — and the commonwealth's smallest city — is challenging former North Adams Mayor John Barrett III, who won the First Berkshire seat in a 2017 special election, in the Democratic Party primary.
Lashes Advances in North Adams Softball League Tourney
Belle Ame Lashes Tuesday won, 17-15, to reach the final round of the North Adams Women's Softball League tournament.
NAFD/NAPD Advances to Finals of Women's Softball League
North Adams Fire Department/North Adams Police Department advances to Monday's title round in the North Adams Women's Softball League.
Weekend Outlook: Activities From 'Wicked' to Ninjas
Check out the events happening this weekend in the county including live music, races, playgrounds and more.
Governor Tours Greylock School Project in North Adams
Gov. Maura Healey took some time out of her campaign swing through the Berkshires on Monday to tour the under construction $65 million Greylock School project.
Healey Talks Healthcare, Housing, ICE at South County Farm
Maura Healey visited Main Street and Indian Line Farm during campaign stops on Tuesday.
'Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune' Is a Sparkling Gem
Talk about strangers in the night. There's lots of social intercourse between Frankie and Johnny. There's also lots of sexual intercourse.
Q&A with First District Incumbent John Barrett III
John Barrett III has served the district in the State House of Representatives since 2017, when he was elected in a special election.
Kids Have a Literal Blast at Flying Cloud STEM Camp
On Friday, students of the Flying Cloud Institute's Future Innovators Camp launched their model rockets at Herberg Middle School after a week studying the physics of flight.
Nonprofit Spotlight: Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires
The mission of the Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires is to facilitate growth for charitable organizations through shared resources, affordable services, and creative collaborations.
Pittsfield Schools Get Additional Chapter 70 Funds
Pittsfield schools received almost $459,000 in additional Chapter 70 funds, and officials are looking to restore some positions.
Pittsfield ConCom OKs Additional Herbicide Treatment in Pontoosuc Lake
The Conservation Commission has OK'd an additional 15 acres of contact herbicide treatment at Pontoosuc Lake.
